insulate
//ˈɪn.sjə.leɪt//
Verb
insulateInfinitive
insulatePresent tense
insulatedPast tense
insulatedPast participle
insulatingPresent participle
insulatesThird-person singular
1
To cover or surround something with material that prevents heat, sound, or electricity from passing through.
We need to insulate the pipes to prevent them from freezing in winter.
2
To protect someone or something from unpleasant experiences or influences.
Parents cannot insulate their children from the harsh realities of life.